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Free Screening: The Extraordinary Caterpillar Documentary

  • Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

CCE Nature Educator, Colleen Wolpert, will host this free screening of The Extraordinary Caterpillar, a beautifully shot 60-minute documentary that reveals the vital—and often overlooked—role caterpillars play in our ecosystems.

Watch the trailer below!

From blooming meadows to city parks and backyard gardens, this inspiring film celebrates the magic of nature while showing families practical ways to make a difference.

Along the way, you’ll see the groundbreaking work of The Caterpillar Lab, entomologist David Wagner, and Doug Tallamy, co-founder of Homegrown National Park.

This will be followed by Q & A and resources for taking actionable steps in your neighborhood.

Registration is required.

What you’ll get:

   - Inspiring stories about why caterpillars are essential to healthy ecosystems

   - Simple steps you can take to create habitat in your own yard or community

   - A chance to ask questions during a live Q&A

   - Free handouts to help you take action right away

Doors open at 6:30!

Fee

Free of Charge

Learn More

https://vimeo.com/1117213704

Register

https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_registration/main/events_landing.cfm?event=Caterpillar_Documentary_event_203

Contact

Colleen Wolpert
Nature Educator
clw256@cornell.edu

Location

Taste NY - Broome County
840 Upper Front St.
Binghamton, NY 13905

Last updated February 19, 2026